Aircraft Modification

Aircraft Modification
SNC is respected across the aviation industry for its innovative aircraft systems design and modification, with the added ability for on-site certification, inspection and certified maintenance. Holding certifications in both the U.S. and abroad, our expert teams are capable of executing major structural modifications, cockpit and avionics upgrades, and interior and cabin electronics upgrades with ease. Additionally, SNC maintains a Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI^®) rating from the Carnegie Mellon Institute recognized for appraising process maturity. Through Straight Flight, SNC offers FAA and EASA certified commercial aircraft repair, modification, inspection and overhaul services.

Aircraft Support & Repair
With several hundred certified maintenance, repair and engineering experts worldwide, our aircraft support and repair capabilities are unmatched. Our team is committed to total customer satisfaction through the use of defined processes that translate into high quality, cost-effective products and services you can undoubtedly trust.

We are home to FAA and EASA Part 145 Certified Repair Stations, approximately 200 FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant Technicians & Inspection Authorization Inspectors, with nearly 100 FAA-certified Engineering and Inspection Unit Members to work under the ODA. These are just some of the many qualifications, certifications and system registrations our team of specialists has earned.

Aircraft Manufacturing
With 50-plus years of aircraft system expertise under our belt, our natural progression into manufacturing combines skill sets from across the SNC enterprise including subsidiaries 328 Support Services GmbH (328) and Deutsche Aircraft.

Founded on the proud heritage of Dornier and Germany’s reputation for engineering design, quality and innovation, Deutsche Aircraft is a new purpose-driven OEM. Deutsche Aircraft benefits from the global expertise of 328, the Type Certificate holder of the Dornier 328 aircraft (D328®), and is using its knowledge and expertise to exploit future technologies to develop the D328 platform and produce a more efficient, economic and environmentally friendly aircraft.

Aircraft Completions
An aircraft is more than just a mode of transportation. It can also be an office in the sky. It’s a lifestyle. It’s an opportunity for customization that’s designed to accommodate even the most discriminating taste in a unique manner.

Featuring world-class engineering and design, our completions and modifications team has the specialized skill to outfit your aircraft with everything from Swift Broadband Satellite and Wireless to custom cabinetry, top notch audio/visual and bespoke interiors. Our expert team of aircraft technicians can adeptly maintain and integrate aircraft ranging from VIP business jets to the Airbus A350, while integration and modernization is executed with absolute precision. Our goal is to create an aircraft that’s like home to you.

Certifications
Our certifications include FAA/EASA Part 145 Certified Repair Station for commercial aircraft modification, installation and maintenance activities; STC-ODA including approval authority for STCs for 14 CFR Part 23 & 25 (fixed-wing) and for 14 CFR Part 27 & 29 (rotorcraft); EASA Level One Design Organization Certificate; and Designated Engineering Representative (DER) engineering support for FAA approvals. We also hold FAA STC-ODA that includes approval authority for STCs for 14 CFR Part 23 & 25 (fixed-wing) & 14 CFR Part 27 & 29 (rotorcraft). Click here for a full list of SNC Certifications.

Associated Business Areas & Subsidiaries

Business Area	IAS
Business Area	MST
Subsidiary	Sierra Completions
Subsidiary	Straight Flight Inc.
Subsidiary	328 SSG
Affiliate	Deutsche Aircraft